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Development Chemist required, based in Greater Manchester. Requiring proven industrial experience of formulation/developing products, with experience of lubricants and/or metalworking fluids desirable but not essential.

Title: Development Chemist

Location: Greater Manchester

Term: Permanent

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience)

SRG are working with a well-established manufacturer of lubricants and metalworking fluids, with offices globally. They are currently looking for a Development Chemist to join the technical team on a permanent basis, at their site in Greater Manchester. This role will predominantly involve formulating and developing both new and existing products, with experience Development Chemists in a similar position well suited to this role. Industrial experience of lubricants and metalworking fluids is desirable but not essential and other backgrounds will be considered including surfactants, coatings, personal care and home care.

Working Hours: 7:30am-4:00pm, Monday - Thursday. 7:30am-3:30pm Friday.

Role / Description

Support in the formulation and development of both new and existing products
Prepare technical reports, documentation and procurement records for new products
Support Quality Control (QC) with sample issues and batch monitoring
Support other departments as necessary, including production supportRequirements

Degree in Chemistry (or similar)
Proven industrial experience of developing and formulating products
Lubricants and metalworking fluids desirable, but other backgrounds will be considered including coatings, surfactants, personal care and homecare
Strong ability to work as part of a team

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